AGNES WANGUI

With over a decade of dedicated service in the security and safety industry, I am Agnes Wanjiru Wangui, a results-oriented security professional currently serving as the Supervisor Nairobi Customs Region  | Critical Infrastructure at Kenya Revenue Authority. My journey began in the esteemed Kenya Police Service, where I honed my skills in law enforcement, investigation, and emergency response.

Residing in Nairobi, Kenya, I am actively seeking employment opportunities that offer visa sponsorship. I am eager to contribute my skills and expertise to organizations willing to support the necessary visa processes, facilitating a mutually beneficial professional collaboration.

Nairobi Customs Region Supervisor | Critical Infrastructure Kenya Revenue Authority | ICDN/JKIA, Nairobi (January 2022 – Present)

• Overseeing eight stations under Nairobi Customs Region, providing operational support and guidance to regional security teams.
• Liaising with security/policing stakeholders and facilitating initiatives to improve ethics, culture, and change management in the regional unit.
• Ensuring adherence to Security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and developing proactive security plans for effective operations.
• Guiding regional security teams in conducting threat analysis, security, and safety assessments.
• Coordinating organizational events coverage and ensuring timely response to incidents in the region.
• Coordinating the escort of sensitive goods/supplies and supporting internal enforcement functions.
• Day-to-day operations and supervision of staff in the region.
• Concurrently serving as a part-time OSHA trainer at Kenya School of  Revenue Studies, providing basic Occupational Safety training pertaining workplace.

Security Supervisor Kenya Revenue Authorities | JKIA, Nairobi (November 2018 – January 2022)

• Responding to reported incidents, conducting investigations, and managing human capital deployment.
• Liaising with other security/policing and government agencies.
• Coordinating institutional events coverage and attending to VIPs.
• Implementing security plans to support operations.
• Coordinating emergency responses, escorting sensitive goods/supplies, and supporting internal enforcement functions.
• Advising/alerting staff on security/safety risks and conducting staff security awareness programs.

Security Officer Kenya Revenue Authority, Nairobi (February 2016 - November 2018)

• Coordinating institutional event coverage and liaising with internal stakeholders on reported incidents.
• Facilitating the movement of VIPs within KRA premises and assessing guests for suspicious activities.
• Ensuring security of all KRA premises and protection of assets.
• Enforcing security and safety policies and supervising contracted security guards.
• Conducting spot checks and surveys, investigating incidents, and updating security and safety risk registers.
• Ensuring the proper functioning of security systems such as CCTV, Radio, Alarms, and Access Control.

Police Officer Kenya Police Service Headquarters | Nairobi (January 2008 - January 2016)

• Investigating crimes, monitoring suspicious activity, and performing arrests.
• Providing security at public and community events.
• Supporting the fire department and EMR in emergency situations.
• Responding to emergency situations, enforcing traffic laws, and handling abandoned property or disruptions.
• Conducting routine security checks and recording interviews with witnesses

Engaged in the pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology & Security Management at Mt. Kenya University, undertaken through a virtual learning environment. This academic endeavor reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge and expertise in the dynamic fields of criminology and security management, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of contemporary security challenges.

However i have Successfully completed a program in Security and Disaster Management at the Kenya International Institute of Security Management. This certification signifies a dedication to acquiring specialized knowledge and skills in the fields of security and disaster management, enhancing the ability to contribute effectively to risk mitigation and crisis response strategies.

In addition, I undertook the Level 6 Diploma for Certified Management Professions International at the Security Management Institute in London, UK. Despite facing financial challenges, which regrettably hindered the immediate certification, I am committed to resolving this matter and obtaining the certification in the near future. This program has significantly enriched my skills in security management, providing me with a robust foundation to excel in the field.